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Pasta Al Pomodoro

Pasta Al Pomodoro prepared dish

Pasta al pomodoro is a classic italian dish that features al dente pasta tossed in a vibrant tomato sauce. This simple yet flavorful recipe highlights the freshness of ripe tomatoes, garlic, and basil, creating a comforting meal that is perfect for any occasion. Serve it with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for an added touch of richness!

This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 10 min prep and 20 min cook.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 30 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include olive oil, canned whole tomatoes, black pepper, parmesan cheese.
  • Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 800 g canned whole tomatoes
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 50 g parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 300 g spaghetti
  • 1 cup fresh basil (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
  3. Add the canned whole tomatoes to the skillet, breaking them up with a spoon, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped basil, salt, and black pepper, allowing the sauce to cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Drain the spaghetti and add it to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
  6. Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and additional basil if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 65 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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